WPC Approval (ETA) for
Smart Speakers in India

WPC stands for Wireless Planning and Coordination. Anyone wishing to operate a wireless device business in India must get a WPC accreditation. Manufacturers and exporters of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi-enabled products must get a WPC license (ETA certificate) from India's Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing. We'll look at the distinctive features of WPC certification for smart speakers.

What is a Smart Speaker?

A smart speaker is an intelligent device that was designed to work with voice commands to accomplish different functions and to entertain. They have the characteristics of the traditional speaker but also possess the potential of the virtual assistant. 

Smart speakers operate with AI and voice recognition, enabling them to answer questions. A WPC (Wireless Planning and Coordination) certificate is mandatory for smart speakers in India.

A guide for applying for a WPC certificate for a Smart Speaker -

The procedure to apply for this Wireless Speaker ETA Certification is very important. By knowing the certification process beforehand, you can be able to complete all the necessary paperwork in the right way to increase the chances of getting the WPC certificate and avoid some of the major sticking factors that may be likely to deny you this very important certificate.

WPC Approval involves certification, product licensing, and ETA approval for testing the product before selling. Wireless products' quality assurance is the responsibility of the Department of Telecommunications' Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing (WPC). 

Simplify the WPC certification Process for Smart Speaker: 

1. Register On The WPC Online Portal, Saral Sanchar Portal - Open the Saral Sanchar Portal website. Then, fill out the required registration details, such as name, phone number, and manufacturing plant details (address, location).
2. Select A Test Lab And Generate A Test Request - Submit the test reports obtained from the appropriate RF test lab of your products to upload to the portal.
3. Upload The Test Reports To The Portal - After selecting the RF test lab, submit the test reports of your products.
4. Submit All Required Documents And Fees -  The required documents for application should be sent or submitted together with the Paying of fees to any Government department.

Documents required for WPC approval in India for Smart Speaker -

Before applying for WPC certification, you should understand what documentation is necessary. Below, we have listed the necessary documents. Take a look:

• Ensure that the manufacturing unit's head has signed the Authorization Letter.
• Specifications of the product 
• RF test reports.
• Send in your import-export code (IEC) and company registration certificate.
• Submit the GST Certificate of the company.
• Draft a compliance statement for the Conformity Declaration.
• For document signing, including an authorization letter and identification proof from the manufacturing unit head.

Types of ETA Certificates for Smart Speakers -

There are three types of ETA approvals that you can see below in the list:

1. Non-Network Licence: This license is granted to non-network service providers, such as cable TV distributors and wireless goods. It is necessary for selling, purchasing, and importing particular wireless equipment.
2. A network license: It is issued to a corporation that wants to use the country's limited radio frequency capacity to deliver communication services such as mobile networks, cable, and DTH.
3. Equipment Type Approval (ETA) and WPC ETA Certificate: WPC approves every wireless equipment that operates in the de-licensed frequency range before it may be imported into India. WPC ETA certificates will also be required for all products made in India. Bluetooth devices, mobile phones, Wi-Fi technology, RFID, and other types of equipment fall into this category.

WPC ETA Certification Fee for Smart Speakers -

For more on the fee for WPC ETA certification, please contact the ERCS team. We will provide a fee breakdown and offer a free consultation.

Why Choose ERCS to Get WPC Certificate for Wireless Speakers

Choose ERCS Pvt Ltd as your premier WPC consultant to obtain Smart Speaker WPC approval in India. Our professional advice, supported by experienced engineers and experts, helps complete product audits and makes the approval process easier. We provide services tailored to your requirements so that our solutions meet your quality and cost needs. Offering services for Indian and International regulatory compliance and being located in India, we ensure that we help you meet your regulatory standards effectively.